F16/100
CHOCTAW - PEARL RIVER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 13,055 people · Mississippi
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
042800003
Violations
73
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About CHOCTAW - PEARL RIVER
Is CHOCTAW - PEARL RIVER water safe to drink?
CHOCTAW - PEARL RIVER water receives a grade of F (16/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 73 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CHOCTAW - PEARL RIVER detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CHOCTAW - PEARL RIVER's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CHOCTAW - PEARL RIVER have any EPA violations?
Yes, CHOCTAW - PEARL RIVER has 73 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include TT, MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does CHOCTAW - PEARL RIVER serve?
CHOCTAW - PEARL RIVER serves approximately 13,055 people, Mississippi.
What type of water does CHOCTAW - PEARL RIVER provide?
CHOCTAW - PEARL RIVER sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is 042800003.
How does CHOCTAW - PEARL RIVER compare to other utilities in Mississippi?
CHOCTAW - PEARL RIVER scores 16/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Mississippi state page for a full comparison of water systems.